It’s no surprise that Jordan Ladd has made a name for herself in Hollywood — after all, she’s the daughter of Charlie’s Angels icon Cheryl Ladd and film producer David Ladd.
With talent and charisma running in the family, Jordan has not only inherited her mother’s striking looks but also her strong passion for acting and filmmaking.
A Hollywood Upbringing: Born Into Stardom
Cheryl and David tied the knot in 1973, and two years later, they became parents to their only child together, Jordan Elizabeth Ladd. Though the couple divorced in 1980, Jordan’s connection to the entertainment world only deepened as she grew up surrounded by the film industry.
In an interview with Media Mikes in 2010, Jordan opened up about how being raised in a showbiz family shaped her creative instincts:
“When you grow up in a showbiz family, you end up kind of signing for your supper… If you get into trouble, you find a way out by writing a song or writing a play. I have always loved movies and filmmaking… it’s what I know and what I love.”
Jordan’s Journey On-Screen
Jordan began her professional acting career in the mid-1990s. One of her early appearances was in a 1994 episode of Saved by the Bell: The New Class, where she played the role of Debbie. She gained broader recognition after starring alongside Drew Barrymore in the romantic comedy Never Been Kissed (1999).
Her filmography soon expanded with standout performances in cult favorites such as: The Specials (2000), Cabin Fever (2002), Club Dread (2004)
Known for her versatility and her knack for genre films, especially in the horror-comedy space, Jordan established herself as more than just a celebrity daughter — she proved to be a force in her own right.
A Special Bond: Working with Her Mother
In 2018, Jordan and Cheryl Ladd had the rare opportunity to work together professionally, starring in the holiday film The Christmas Contract. The project was especially meaningful to Cheryl, who shared with Closer Weekly that filming together brought them closer than ever:
“It was the most time we’ve spent together since she left home… We’re great friends and have adult-women conversations. She’s unlike anyone else and knows how to make me laugh.”
Personal Life
Beyond her acting career, Jordan Ladd had a brief marriage to film editor Conor O’Neill. The couple wed in 2001 and later divorced in 2005. O’Neill is known for his work on critically acclaimed films such as Moneyball, Foxcatcher, and Falling Up. The couple did not have children.
Cheryl Ladd’s Extended Family
While Jordan is Cheryl Ladd’s only biological child, the actress also has a stepdaughter, Lindsay Russell, from David Ladd’s previous relationship. Cheryl has maintained a close bond with Lindsay over the years, embracing her blended family with warmth and grace.
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